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Please apply online via the 'Apply online' button which will take you to the Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your account to view the status of your application.&nbsp;
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Please contact Recruitment Services on 01784 444263 (24hr answer phone) or email <a href="mailto:recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk</a> if you are having difficulty applying online.
Residential Property Manager
Salary £39,051 to £42,659 pa plus Essential Car User Allowance
Full time 36 Hours
Are you passionate about delivering an excellent housing service and ensuring our residents are supported in their homes? We are looking for a Residential Property Manager to join our team and play a key role in managing our residential portfolio.
We are a forward-thinking local council, committed to providing high quality housing solutions for our residents. We have a wholly owned council housing company, Knowle Green Estates Ltd, which has a portfolio of properties. These properties provide affordable accommodation to residents. The company also owns a small number of private and keyworker properties. We also manage properties which are used as Temporary Accommodation, which assists with addressing the housing need in the borough.
You will be working as part of a dedicated team committed to delivering an excellent service and making a difference in residents’ lives.
What we’re looking for from you:
<ul>
<li>A proven track record in delivery of property management and tenancy sustainment for affordable housing, with a focus on maximising income, minimising voids, and providing a high level of customer service, or a similar housing support role.</li>
<li>Good working knowledge of landlord and tenant law, health and safety, and welfare benefits.</li>
<li>Determined, self-motivated, confident in handling complex situations, and an ability to work at pace.</li>
</ul>
For an informal chat about this post please contact Vicki Ellis, Residential Service Manager, on 07768 043297 or email <a href="mailto:v.ellis@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">v.ellis@spelthorne.gov.uk</a>
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts.&nbsp; These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers.&nbsp; The Council, therefore, has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.
This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.
Please note as part of the employment checks this post will be subject to a Basic Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.
In return, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits’ package that includes flexible working hours, pension scheme and at least 23 days’ paid leave per year (pro rata for part time).&nbsp;
Closing date: Wednesday 3 December 2025 (noon)
Interview date: Tuesday 16 December 2025
To apply please use the ‘apply online’ button below.
CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.
Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates.&nbsp; If we have not contacted, you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.
All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.
Working towards equal opportunities
Strictly No Agencies

Spelthorne Borough Council

Residential Property Manager

Assistant Building Surveyor (Focus on Voids)Are you ready to take the next step in your building surveying career? As an Assistant Building Surveyor, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality voids management across your local area, working closely with the Repairs Team, regional offices, contractors, and wider Property Services colleagues to provide a seamless, customer-focused service.This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and progress towards a Building Surveyor role while making a real difference to residents’ homes and wellbeing.You’ll be joining our Operations Directorate, working within Repairs Operations, a key priority for our organisation. This team is central to delivering safe, well-maintained homes and ensuring residents receive a responsive, high-quality service.Repairs Operations is critical to our mission: protecting homes, improving living standards, and driving efficiency across our property portfolio. By managing voids and repairs effectively, we help create sustainable communities and deliver on our promise to get things right the first time.What you’ll do<ul><li>Take full ownership of your assigned void cases from start to finish, ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money.</li><li>Provide expert technical advice, manage contractor performance, and keep all stakeholders informed throughout the process.</li><li>Carry out site inspections and surveys, balancing hands-on work with case management.</li><li>Support resident surgeries when required and participate in an out-of-hours rota for emergencies.</li><li>Drive improvements and deliver practical, efficient solutions that get it right the first time.</li></ul>What you’ll need<ul><li>Housing knowledge or experience, ideally from a local authority, council, or housing association environment.</li><li>Understanding of property portfolios and repairs, including Schedule of Rates and value-for-money principles.</li><li>Strong organisational and IT skills to manage cases and monitor budgets.</li><li>Excellent communication and report-writing skills with an eye for detail.</li><li>Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and deliver under pressure.</li></ul>A technical qualification (Degree, HND, or HNC) is desirable but not essential – your housing experience matters most.Why Join Us?If you’re an accountable, customer-focused professional with a passion for delivering excellent building services and want to grow into a Building Surveyor role, we’d love to hear from you.When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.We offer:<ul><li>30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Flexible benefits package – including healthcare, dental, and lifestyle discounts.</li><li>4x life assurance.</li><li>Ongoing training and development, including qualifications and apprenticeships.</li><li>Two additional paid volunteering days each year.</li><li>Up to 10% matched pension contribution.</li></ul>What to expect from our recruitment processWe’re committed to a fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment process.Our selection process will include two stages:<ul><li>Stage 1: Online Interview This will take place via Microsoft Teams on Monday, 8 December. It’s an opportunity for us to get to know you better and for you to learn more about the role and our organisation.</li><li>Stage 2: In-Person Interview Candidates who are successful at Stage 1 will be invited to attend an in-person interview at our office on Monday, 15 December. This stage will involve a more detailed discussion about your experience and suitability for the role.</li></ul>Please read before you apply<ul><li>A Basic DBS check is a requirement of this role.</li><li>Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferable.</li><li>Ability to work from the Ealing Gateway office two days per week and be visible in your local area.</li><li>You must have the right to work in the UK; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.</li><li>We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.</li></ul>If you’re a proactive, customer-focused professional with housing experience and a passion for delivering excellent building services, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’d be a great fit for the Assistant Building Surveyor role and how you can help us provide safe, high-quality homes for our residents.If you need to ask us anything else at all, feel free to drop an email to Talent Specialist Julie-Ann.O'<a href="mailto:Malley@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">Malley@peabody.org.uk</a> <ul></ul>

Peabody

Assistant Building Surveyor

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Wokingham Borough Council is dedicated to preventing homelessness and ensuring that all residents have access to safe, secure housing. Our Homelessness Prevention Team play a crucial role in delivering these services by providing comprehensive support to individuals and families at risk of losing their homes. We are now seeking a passionate and dedicated Homelessness Prevention Officer to join our team and contribute to our mission of reducing homelessness across the borough.
The Role
As a Homelessness Prevention Officer, you will be responsible for providing expert housing advice and support to a diverse range of applicants, including families and single individuals, who are at risk of homelessness. You will work to prevent homelessness by developing personalised housing plans and ensuring compliance with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
Your main responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Providing timely and detailed housing advice and assistance to individuals and families presenting as homeless or threatened with homelessness within 56 days.</li>
<li>Conducting thorough assessments of those at risk of homelessness, implicating practical measures to prevent and relieve homelessness in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act.</li>
<li>Developing detailed, personalised housing plans that address the specific needs and circumstances of each applicant.</li>
<li>Investigating statutory duties owed to homeless applicants, issuing relevant notification decisions under Section 184 of the Housing Act.</li>
<li>Conducting financial assessments to determine affordability and identify barriers to securing housing for homeless households.</li>
<li>Supporting applicants in accessing private rented sector housing</li>
</ul>
About You
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual who is committed to preventing homelessness. The ideal candidate will have:
<ul>
<li>A strong background in homelessness prevention and housing services.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of the Housing Act, particularly section 184, and other relevant legislation.</li>
<li>Experience in conducting thorough housing assessments and developing personalised housing plans.</li>
<li>The ability to manage complex cases,</li>
<li>A commitment to delivering high-quality customer care and treating all applicants with fairness and respect.</li>
</ul>
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.
To apply, please follow the link below.
Closing date of applications: 27th November, 11pm
Interview date: week commencing&nbsp; 1st December
For an Informal discussion, please contact: Kate Layzell, Team Manager Housing Needs and Options on <a href="mailto:kate.layzell@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">kate.layzell@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or Karen Giles, Team Leader - Homelessness Services on <a href="mailto:karen.giles@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.giles@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. 
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council

Homelessness Prevention Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.





Wokingham Borough Council is committed to preventing and relieving homelessness in our community by securing suitable accommodation for those in need. Our team plays a critical role in ensuring that homeless households have access to safe and secure housing. We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive candidate to join our team as an Accommodation Procurement Officer. This role is essential in helping us expand our network of accommodation providers and support households in transitioning from temporary or insecure housing to more permanent solutions.


The Role
As an Accommodation Procurement Officer, you will work closely with our Homelessness Prevention Officers to secure private rented sector accommodation for households at risk of homelessness.
Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Your main responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Establishing a network of new accommodation providers. Engage with existing and prospective landlords and letting agents to expand our pool of available properties.</li>
<li>Conducting thorough property inspections.</li>
<li>Adhering to procurement processes and compliance checks.</li>
<li>Promoting the uptake of our Rent Guarantee Scheme.</li>
<li>Coordinating property viewings.</li>
<li>Managing properties under the Rent Guarantee Scheme, including conducting regular inspections and taking enforcement action when necessary.</li>
<li>Inspecting and procuring properties to meet business requirements.</li>
<li>Conducting regular visits to households.</li>
</ul>
About You
We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with a strong background in housing procurement or property management. The ideal candidate will have:
<ul>
<li>Experience working with landlords and letting agents, with a proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships.</li>
<li>A thorough understanding of property standards and regulations.</li>
<li>Strong organisational skills and excellent communication and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.</li>
<li>Experience in housing management is highly desirable.</li>
</ul>
The successful candidate must hold a full clean UK driving licence and have their access to their own vehicle, as the role involves regular travel within and outside the Wokingham borough.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.
Please note, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
For an Informal discussion, please email Paul Morgan, Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement Team Lead - <a href="mailto:paul.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date of applications: 11pm on 01/12/2025
Interview date: Week commencing 08/12/2025.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Accommodation Procurement Officer

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Please apply online via the 'Apply online' button which will take you to the Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your account to view the status of your application.&nbsp;
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Please contact Recruitment Services on 01784 444263 (24hr answer phone) or email <a href="mailto:recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk</a> if you are having difficulty applying online.
Housing Standards Officer or Senior Housing Standards Officer
Salary £35,081 to £52,595 p.a. (dependent on experience) plus essential car user allowance
Full-time (36 hours per week, flexible working patterns will be considered in line with service requirements.
We are looking for an officer to join our busy but friendly and supportive Environmental Health team. You will work in the Residential team, and will be responsible for the licensing of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) as well as undertaking programmed and reactive inspections including compliance visits to rented properties and caravan sites, in addition to the investigation of complaints about housing conditions.
You will be enthusiastic, committed, self-motivated and have a positive attitude. You must be an excellent communicator and team player with sound time management skills and be confident in dealing with members of the public.&nbsp; You must be able to demonstrate your ability to adapt to changing priorities and work to tight deadlines.
In addition to the car user allowance, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits package that includes pension scheme, free parking, payment of professional fees and flexible working arrangements.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Susan Turp, Principal Environmental Health Officer on 01784 446258, or you can email on <a href="mailto:s.turp@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">s.turp@spelthorne.gov.uk</a>.
This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts.&nbsp; These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers.&nbsp; The Council, therefore, has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.
Please note as part of the employment checks this post will subject to a basic Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.
Closing date: Monday 15 December 2025 (Noon)
Interviews: week commencing 12 January 2026
Previous applicants need not apply.
To apply please use the ‘apply online’ at the bottom of the page.
CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.
Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates.&nbsp; If we have not contacted you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.
All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.
Working towards equal opportunities
Strictly No Agencies

Housing Standards Officer or Senior Housing Standards Officer

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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
We have a new opportunity for a Repairs Surveyor to join our Housing Asset Team. As a Repairs Surveyor you will carry out surveys, property and disrepair inspections and oversea the delivery of sub-contracted repairs to ensure repairs are highlighted and completed in accordance with Woking Borough Councils standards and timeframes.
Reporting to our Housing Repairs Manager you will carry out surveys to properties within the Woking region including Damp and Mould inspections. You will be responsible for diagnosing the cause of complex faults and failures and post inspect works supporting Woking properties to ensure that high quality works are delivered within budget, on time safely and to a high standard whilst achieving and maintaining customer satisfaction KPI’s while ensuring value for money is achieved through the delivery of effective procurement and management of repairs.
The successful candidate will be customer focused, and have great customer service skills and the ability to work autonomously to improve our property standards. An experienced and highly knowledgeable repairs surveyor.
A full driver's licence and access to your own vehicle is essential for this role.
The Council offers in return a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Woking Borough Council takes a robust approach to thoroughly checking anyone who has applied to work with vulnerable groups including children.
As this job involves contact with vulnerable groups, successful applicants will be required to obtain a Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Assistance will be given by the Council and further details can be found in the job pack.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post.&nbsp; An assessment may be required. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact the Human Resources team.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Statement
Surrey is included in the Local Government Reorganisation plans, with new unitary councils expected to be established by April 2027.
 Woking Borough Council remains committed to delivering high-quality services to residents throughout this period of change.
While we understand that applicants may feel uncertain about joining us during this transition, it is anticipated that most employees will transfer to the new unitary councils. This reorganisation may also present new career development opportunities across the region.
UK Visa Sponsorship
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.
AI Use in Applications
We understand that some applicants may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with preparing their applications.
All submitted information—whether supported by AI or not—must accurately reflect the applicant’s own skills, experience, and qualifications.
 Recruitment decisions will be based on how well applicants demonstrate these attributes during the interview and selection process.
For an informal discussion please contact Pauline Graham, Housing Repairs Manager on 01483743289.
Closing Date: 7 December 2025 - 23:55pm
Interview dates: TBC

Housing Repairs Surveyor

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/0661/Pay_Scheme_01_04_2025_v2.pdf" target="_blank">Pay_Scheme_01_04_2025_v2</a></li>
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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
We are transforming our services at Woking and are recruiting for several new exciting and challenging roles in our Housing Assets Team. We are seeking motivated and flexible candidates who can achieve high standards to support the delivery of front-line services and to improve our homes whilst ensuring we are able to meet the requirements of the regulatory standards.
Working within the Repairs section of the Housing Assets Team you will have a high level of involvement in managing the day-to-day aspects of our Repairs Contract and will be dealing with a variety of enquires from our residents and contractors.
You will be actively engaged with our main Repairs Contractor, Mountjoy Ltd who are collocated with us in the Civic offices.
This role will require excellent communication, orgnisational and time management skills as you will be on highly influential in delivering the very best service possible for our residents.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
The successful applicant will be required to obtain a Basic Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Council will offer assistance and further details will be in the job application pack.
The Council offers in return 23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Statement
Surrey is included in the Local Government Reorganisation plans, with new unitary councils expected to be established by April 2027.
 Woking Borough Council remains committed to delivering high-quality services to residents throughout this period of change.
 While we understand that applicants may feel uncertain about joining us during this transition, it is anticipated that most employees will transfer to the new unitary councils. This reorganisation may also present new career development opportunities across the region.
UK Visa Sponsorship
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.
AI Use in Applications
We understand that some applicants may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with preparing their applications.
 All submitted information—whether supported by AI or not—must accurately reflect the applicant’s own skills, experience, and qualifications.
 Recruitment decisions will be based on how well applicants demonstrate these attributes during the interview and selection process.
For an informal discussion please contact Pauline Graham, Housing Repairs Manager on 01483743289.
Closing Date:&nbsp; &nbsp;7 December 2025 - 23:55pm
Interview Date: TBC

Housing Repairs Officer

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About the role:
Horsham District Council is looking for a Housing Options Officer to join our dynamic, solution-focused housing service.&nbsp;&nbsp;We are looking for a passionate, self-motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our team with an aspiration to end rough sleeping in the Horsham District. In this role you will be responsible for a caseload of homeless households to ensure the Council meets their statutory duty and finds solutions for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. You will be responsible for making appropriate support referrals and identifying suitable housing pathways to prevent homelessness. You will also be required to identify any statutory homeless duties and make decisions under the Housing Act 1996 (as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017). In this role you will be required to undertake triaging and assessments of those seeking housing assistance, provide advice, options, and housing solutions to homeless households and those in temporary accommodation with the aim of preventing or relieving their homelessness. The role is that of a decision maker and you will be responsible for making section 184 decisions and writing complex decision letters.
It’s an exciting time to join the Council’s Housing team as we make progressive steps towards preventing homelessness and supporting people to stay in their homes. Where households become homeless, we are pro-active in finding solutions to resolve their housing need which could be through supported accommodation, private rented accommodation and the use of the Council’s housing register to nominate to registered providers of social housing. The Housing team is well respected at the Council with recent growth approved to enable us to continue to meet the needs of the district’s residents through the cost-of-living crisis.
About you:
To succeed as a Housing Options Officer in this role you will be a dedicated individual with a passion to end rough sleeping in the Horsham District. You will be self-motivated and able to prioritise your workload with face-to-face and telephone contact with homeless applicants as well as responsibilities to meet the Council’s duty by writing in depth housing decision letters. You will be able to work successfully in a large team and have experience of working in a multi-agency environment. You will be required to participate in the out of hours homelessness rota (approx. one week in ten, for which you will receive additional payment).
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team. If you have experience working with vulnerable tenants and a background in housing, we would love to hear from you. We believe in the potential of passionate individuals, and we provide comprehensive training to ensure you have the necessary skills to excel in this role. Please do not be discouraged from applying if you have not worked in housing options before, we recognise the value of transferrable skills and willingness to learn just as much as experience.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Amy Johnstone, Housing Options Team Leader on 01403 215 553
About us:
We have a friendly and supportive working environment and being a smaller Council, you can really get to know everybody.
We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance by offering 28 days’ (207.2 hours) annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), and flexible/hybrid working options where applicable.
We offer a generous benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.
To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership &amp; Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank">Jobs and careers page</a>&nbsp;to find out more about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council" target="_blank">Working for Horsham District Council</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments" target="_blank">Our employment commitments</a>.
To apply:
If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. If you do not make this clear, it is unlikely you will be shortlisted for interview.
Internal applicants, if you would like to apply for the role, please submit an expression of interest to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HR@horsham.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@horsham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;explaining clearly how you meet the criteria and what you feel you can bring to the role.
Repeat applications for the same role will not be considered, unless relevant changes to experience and skills can be demonstrated.

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Please apply online via the link provided.



We have an exciting opportunity for a Case Worker to join the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) Service at Bracknell Forest Council, on a full-time, permanent basis. This varied and rewarding role will support the delivery of both mandatory and discretionary grants, helping disabled and vulnerable residents to live safely and independently at home.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You will work closely with occupational therapists, surveyors, contractors and housing partners to coordinate housing adaptations, manage grant applications, analyse tenders and ensure works are completed to specification. Using your working knowledge of housing adaptations and relevant legislation, you will maintain accurate records, attend site visits and assist in preparing technical documentation.
The role combines technical awareness, administrative support and excellent customer service, requiring strong organisational skills and attention to detail. It is ideal for someone with experience in housing, construction and social care settings, looking to make a direct impact in the community.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Disabled Facilities Grant team is a small but busy team providing an extensive and responsive service to clients. We support each other by working closely together to achieve the right results and to deliver a holistic service to clients.&nbsp;
We have strong teams and excellent manager relationships. Expert advice is there whenever you need it. Put simply, a career with us means having everything you need to build on your skills. To build better relationships and even better communities.&nbsp;
While the main office base is Time Square, Bracknell, this is an agile working role. Home visits and on-site work will be required based on the needs of the role and service delivery.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
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<li>To undertake all required activities in support of the functions of the DFG service, these include requests from residents and referrals from occupational therapists for mandatory and discretionary grants.</li>
<li>To provide administrative assistance and support as required, including maintaining all appropriate records, preparing reports, letters, attendance at meetings, minute taking, organising meetings etc.</li>
<li>To utilise appropriate IT packages to record, update, collate, analyse and present information and data.</li>
<li>To establish, monitor and maintain accurate information and appropriate control systems.</li>
<li>To check final accounts and defects liability and advise clients on payment as appropriate.</li>
<li>To deal with correspondence and enquiries from clients, contractors, colleagues and/or their representatives.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
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<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply).</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Candidates will be shortlisted upon receipt of their application and we reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been found. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Interviews will be held online via the Teams app. We reserve the right to amend this to in person interviews at our offices.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Name: Tammy Grey
Job title: Disabled Facilities Grant Team Manager
Phone number: 07877548772&nbsp;
Email: <a href="mailto:tammy.grey@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">tammy.grey@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Disabled Facilities Grant Case Worker

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23 Month contract, Full-time hours – 37 per week.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, empathetic, passionate, organised and team-oriented individual who enjoys a challenge.  Working in the income team is not just about collecting rent but about trying to make a difference to the people’s lives we work with and strengthen communities. We value our staff and the difference that they make to our customers. &nbsp;
Our Housing and Communities Teams are passionate about the people who live in Reading; our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within in a lively and thriving neighbourhood. We have a great track record in building strategic partnerships, successfully bidding for Government funding, major project delivery. &nbsp;
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. 
About the role &nbsp;
This role, although contractually office based, allows for hybrid working with an aim of making it easier to manage workloads and a work/life balance. You will also be out and about on the estates, visiting people in their homes. This is a very varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. One day you will be visiting residents in their home to discuss affordable payment arrangements and the next carrying out tenancy sign ups.&nbsp;
You will be creative in your approach to support customers and ensure optimal income collection. You'll also carry out a range of tasks including looking at dedicated accounts and really getting to know your tenants, providing expert welfare benefit and income maximisation advice, assisting in preparing applications for court, organising and attending case conferences and court hearings. You will have an eye for detail and will want to do the best by our residents in supporting them to sustain their tenancies. &nbsp;
About you &nbsp;
The following experience is required for this role:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Experience in income management or debt recovery/collection up to court applications (preferably in a social housing environment although this is not essential) or a similar environment&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to show an understanding of the recovery process&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to understand the challenges of recovery&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Excellent customer service skills&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>A working knowledge of welfare benefits or an ability to learn, understand and give advice on welfare benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>To be a self-starter with a proactive approach and possess the ability to work without close supervision&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>To have effective decision-making skills, a diplomatic and confidential approach and the ability to prioritise a busy workload.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Preferable to have a full driving licence&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
To help us understand your motivations and suitability for the role, we strongly encourage you to complete the personal statement outlining your experience, skills, and what makes you a great fit
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day.&nbsp; You’ll also be working withing our Team Reading values to ensure you are part of making Reading a successful and vibrant place. &nbsp;
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: &nbsp;
Work Together as one team- work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do&nbsp;
Drive Efficiency- show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential&nbsp;
Be Ambitious- be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way&nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading- maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed&nbsp;
 Our offer&nbsp;
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.&nbsp; &nbsp; A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li><a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a>(LGPS)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
 For more information on this position please contact Claire Woodhouse, Tenant Services Team Leaderat <a href="mailto:Claire.Woodhouse@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Claire.Woodhouse@reading.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp; Closing Date: Sunday 23nd November 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed&nbsp;
Interview Process: Question Based&nbsp;
 Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;

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